Thank you for your interest in joining Friendship Public Charter School! We are excited to review applications for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year.
Our formal interview process will begin in January 2026 for all confirmed openings. Please note that some roles may be posted in advance of confirmation, and internal applicants will be considered first for any potential vacancies.
Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life.
We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year. If you are committed to accelerating student achievement, fostering joyful and rigorous learning, and preparing students for bright postsecondary futures, we encourage you to apply.
We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC.
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Please see the available salary scales: FPCS Compensation
Responsibilities- Experience in an instructional coaching, instructional leadership, or similar role preferred;
- Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Education, or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred or currently enrolled in a master’s degree program;
- Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience, preferably within Kindergarten through Grade 2, with a consistent record of strong student outcomes;
- Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate instructional practices for early elementary students;
- Demonstrated ability to support instruction across multiple elementary content areas;
- A demonstrated track record of instructional leadership and facilitation of adult learning;
- Experience coaching, mentoring, or providing instructional feedback to teachers preferred;
- Strong understanding of curriculum implementation, lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, and data-driven instruction;
- Knowledge of effective practices for supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills;
- Goal and results orientation;
- Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; and
- Ability to thrive and succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- Experience in an instructional coaching, instructional leadership, or similar role preferred;
- Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Education, or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred or currently enrolled in a master’s degree program;
- Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience, preferably within Kindergarten through Grade 2, with a consistent record of strong student outcomes;
- Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate instructional practices for early elementary students;
- Demonstrated ability to support instruction across multiple elementary content areas;
- A demonstrated track record of instructional leadership and facilitation of adult learning;
- Experience coaching, mentoring, or providing instructional feedback to teachers preferred;
- Strong understanding of curriculum implementation, lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, and data-driven instruction;
- Knowledge of effective practices for supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills;
- Goal and results orientation;
- Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; and
- Ability to thrive and succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Curriculum Information
To learn more about our curriculum, consider the following links:
ELA - https://greatminds.org/english/witwisdom
Springboard - https://collegeboard.clickhelp.co/articles/#!springboard-digital-support/welcome-to-springboard-digital
FPCS’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Education, or a related field
- Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience, preferably in Kindergarten through Grade 2
- Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate instructional practices for early elementary students
- Ability to support instruction across multiple elementary content areas
- Track record of instructional leadership and facilitation of adult learning
- Strong understanding of curriculum implementation, lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, and data-driven instruction
- Knowledge of practices supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Goal and results orientation
- Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Experience in instructional coaching, instructional leadership, or a similar role
- Master's degree or current enrollment in a master's degree program
- Experience coaching, mentoring, or providing instructional feedback to teachers
What We Do
Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of college-preparatory public charter schools in Washington, D.C., serving students from Pre-K3 through 12th grade across 15 campuses, including online learning. Its mission is to provide a world-class education that promotes high academic standards, enjoyment of learning, and the development of ethical, literate, well-rounded, self-sufficient citizens who contribute actively to their communities.
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